Selection of New Materials For the Health and Career Education Collection


The resources to support the Health and Career Education Collection for Grade 6, both student and professional resources is quite scarce. There are very few resources that would allow Grade 6 teachers to deliver the program with any kind of depth. In an effort to update and strengthen resources, a focus on purchasing materials for this curriculum was done. The first resources that I focused on was from the recommended resources from the IRP document. Several of these were professional resources and the rest were a variety of media. Secondly, I used two print journals and several online book review sites to select materials that would support the curriculum.

The following table are the resources that I believe would support the curriculum. I have included reviews for 16 items. The total cost of the resources is $1307.31.



Title
Author
Date
Publisher
Vendor
Price
Format/
Genre
Justfication
Review Source
BC Life Skills K-7
Rick Hansen Man in Motion Foundation
N/A
Rick Hansen Man in Motion Foundation
http://www.rickhansen.com/school/
Resources/LifeSkillsProgram.aspx
N/C
PDF/ Professional Resource
A professional resource recommended and used to support the Health and Career Education (K-7) Integrated Resource Package Curriculum

bc.tobaccofacts: A Tobacco Prevention Resource for Teachers (Grade 6)

2010
Alberta Health Services
http://www.albertahealthservices.ca/AddictionsSubstanceAbuse/if-tch-teaming-up-teachers-resource.pdf
N/C
PDF/ Professional Resource
A professional resource recommended by the BC Ministry of education used to support Health and Career Education (K-7) Integrated Resource Package Curriculum. Even though this is an Alberta document, it provides the same lessons, but updated.

Destination 2020

2010
National LifeWork Center
http://www.lifework.ca/lifework/destination2020.html
N/C
Website
Used to support career education

Focus on Bullying: A Prevention Program for Elementary School Communities
BC Ministry of Education
1999
British Columbia Ministry of Education
http://www.bced.gov.bc.ca/sco/resourcedocs/bullying.pdf
N/C
PDF/ Professional Resource
A professional resource recommended by the BC Ministry of Education used to support the Health and Career Education (K-7) Integrated Resource Package Curriculum.

HeartSmart Kids (4-6)
Heart and Stroke Foundation
1995
Heart and Stroke Foundation
http://www.heartandstroke.bc.ca/site/c.kpIPKXOyFmG/
b.3757691/k.B96F/HeartSmart_Kids8482.htm#46
N/C attend a workshop
PDF/ Professional Resource
A professional resource recommended by the BC Ministry of Education used to support the Health and Career Education (K-7) Integrated Resource Package Curriculum.

Making Decisions Grade 6
Alcohol-Drug Education Service
2004
Alcohol-Drug Education Service
http://ades.bc.ca/resources/md_series.html
29.95
Paperback/ Professional Resource
A professional resource recommended by the BC Ministry of Education used to support the Health and Career Education (K-7) Integrated Resource Package Curriculum that delivers the drug prevention message through teaching life skills.

Silent on the Sidelines: Why We Ignore Bullying
David Blimes
2004
Sunburst
http://www.guidanceassociates.com/sionsiwhywei.html
129.95
DVD/ Digital License
Helps to create a school climate that stops bullying behaviour by helping students better understand why bullying should not be tolerated by those who witness it; the reasons students often stay silent; strategies to prevent bullying; the power of the group in combating bullying; and how adults and students can work together.

Sticks and Stones
Jan Padgett

National Film Board of Canada
NFB
69.95
DVD
It provides information in a non-sensational manner

Kids in the Know Grade 6 Package Plus Intro
Canadian Centre for the Child Protection
2010
Canadian Centre for the Child Protection
www.kidsintheknow.ca
125.00
Kit
A professional resource recommended by the BC Ministry of Education used to support the Health and Career Education (K-7) Integrated Resource Package Curriculum.

The Make it Real Game
National LifeWork Center
2011
National LifeWork Center
www.lifework.ca
433.00
Game
Essential skills are developed and fostered, such as teamwork, decision-making, and the ability to make connections between school and future life/work roles.

Student Worksafe 6
WorkSafeBC
2007
Workers' Compensation Board
http://www2.worksafebc.com/pdfs/YoungWorker/studentworksafe/
gr6/Gr6HazardRecognitionLessonPlan.pdf
http://www2.worksafebc.com/pdfs/YoungWorker/studentworksafe/
gr6/Gr6EmergencyProceduresLessonPlan.pdf
http://www.healthandsafetycentre.org/pdfs/YoungWorker/studentworksafe/
gr6/Gr6EmergencyProceduresStudentHandouts.pdf
N/C
PDF/ Professional Resource
A professional resource recommended by the BC Ministry of Education used to support the Health and Career Education (K-7) Integrated Resource Package Curriculum.
http://www2.worksafebc.com/Topics/YoungWorker/Resources-Educators.asp

The Care and Keeping of You: The Basic Body Book for Girls
Valerie Schaefer
1998
American Girl Publishing Inc
Chapters
12.95
Paperback
A reference guide for girls that covers zits, periods, and bras as well as broader concepts about size, mind/body connection, and the way physical changes can effect emotions.
http://www.magpie-girl.com/20080430/wednesday-review-the-care-and-keeping-of-you-the-body-book-for-girls/
It's So Amazing! A Book About Eggs, Sperm, Birth, Babies and Families
Robie H. Harris
2004
Candlewick Press
Chapters
15.00
Paperback
It deals with the subjects of gay, health/sexuality, kids, lesbians, and same sex parents in a fun and accurate way.

What to Do When You Worry Too Much: A Kid's Guide to Overcoming Anxiety
Dawn Huebner
2005
Magination Press
Chapters
18.50
Paperback
Interactive and easy to follow helping children to master new skills related to reducing anxiety.

Total Offense
Robert Rayner
2011
James Lorimer & Company Ltd.
Chapters
9.95
Paperback
Friendship, Weight Control

Odd Ball
Arthur John Stewart
2011
Thistledown Press
Chapters
12.95
Paperback
Bullying, Family Relationships
http://www.umanitoba.ca/cm/vol17/no39/oddball.html
Staying Real: Teens Confront Sexual Stereotypes
Sophie Bissonnette
2010
National Film Board of Canada
NFB
79.95
DVD
Stereotypes
http://www.canadianteachermagazine.com/reviews/cd-dvd/staying-real.shtml
Fight for Justice
Lori Saigeon
2009
Coteau Books
Chapters
7.95
Paperback
Health and Careerr Education

How to Be a Friend
Nancy Richards
2011
Scholastic Canada
Chapters
5.99
Paperback
Social relationship and friendship.

Cliques: Deal With It
Katy Mototsune
2010
James Lorimer & Company
Chapters
12.95
Paperback
This text describes many scenarios that young people face with regards to the power of cliques and can provide openings discussion in the classroom.
Pennell, V. (2011). Resource Links, 16(4), 19.
No More Dragons
Rie Charles
2010
Dundum
Chapters
9.95
Paperback/ Fiction
This text discusses child abuse, bullying, sibling death, and coming of age in an engaging story format.
Pennell, V. (2011). Resource Links, 16(4), 23.
Noni Says No
Heater Hartt-Sussman
2011
Tundra
Chapters
19.99
Hardcover
Children will be able find it easier to speak up and say no and boost confidence.
Pennell, V. (2011). Resource Links, 16(2), 4.
The Worst Thing She Ever Did
Alice Kuipers
2010
HarperCollins Publishers
Chapters
15.99
Paperback
Discussion of the family, sisters, death, mourning, and single parents in a realistic and sensitive novel.
Pennell, V. (2011). Resource Links, 16(2), 30.
Giraffe & Bird
Rebecca Bender
2010
Cormorant Books
Chapters
18.95
Hardcover
A story about friendship and helps convey a deeper understand of behaviour and friendship in a fun and engaging way.
Pennell, V. (2011). Resource Links, 16(3), 2.
Slim Goodbody's Life Skills 101 Series
John Burnstein
2011
Crabtree
www.slimgoodbody.com
84.75
DVD Series
It helps young students develop social skills, such as communication, decision-making, assertiveness, active listening, good manners and tolerance.

Adventures of Medical Man
Michael Evans
2010
Annick Press
Chapters
21.95
Hardcover
Presents select diseases in the context of an adventure in a fun way.
http://www.umanitoba.ca/cm/vol17/no10/theadventuresofmedicalman.html
21st Century Junior Library
Lucia Raatma
2010
Saunders Book Company
Cherry Lake Publishing
84.75
Paperback
Helps kids learn how to make the choices that will help them be people of good character and includes Loyalty, Respect, Responsibility, Fairness and Caring
Pennell, V. (2011). Resource Links, 16(3), 28.
Words That Start with B
Vikki VanSickle
2010
Scholastic Canada
Chapters
8.99
Paperback
As a character, she is early to identify with , and deals with many difficult issues of friendship, bullying, cancer, and school in a positive manner.
Pennell, V. (2011). Resource Links, 16(3), 40.
Social Rules for Kids
Susan Diamond
2011
Autism Asperger Publishing
Amazon.com
22.95
Hardcover
To help children to learn how to embrace social situations in a healthy and correct way.
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art3315.asp
Shy Spaghetti and Excited Eggs
Marc Nemiroff
2011
Magination Press
Amazon.ca
16.11
Hardcover
A valuable resource for parents and kids with a goal of nurturing healthy emotional growth.
http://www.midwestbookreview.com/cbw/aug_11.htm
Every Kid's Guide to Living Your Best LIfe
Sara Jensen-Fritz
2011
Beaver's Pond Press
Amazon.com
16.95 US
Paperback
A no-nonsense tips, tricks, and techniques for dealing with strong feelings, making friends, learning the value of a positive outlook, and much more.
http://www.midwestbookreview.com/cbw/aug_11.htm
Bruce and the Road to Courage
Gale Leach
2011
Two Cat's Press
www.galeleach.com
7.99 US
Paperback
Standing up for what one believes.
http://www.midwestbookreview.com/cbw/jul_11.htm
Goal Setting for Students
John Bishop
2003
Accent on Success
www.teachingmoments.com
13.95 US
Paperback
Teaching young people how to focus on specific goals in order to increase their chances of academic success.
http://www.bookreview.com/$spindb.query.listreview2.booknew.9303



Selection Aids and Reviewing Sources Used


CM Magazine: Canadian Review of Materials
http://www.umanitoba.ca/cm/

Bella Online The Voice of Women
http://www.bellaonline.com/

School Library Journal
http://www.schoollibraryjournal.com/csp/cms/sites/SLJ/Home/index.csp

MBR: Children's Bookwatch Index
http://www.midwestbookreview.com/cbw/

Bookwire Beta
www.bookwire.com

Pennell, V. (2011). Resource Links, 16(2), pgs. 4, 30.

Pennell, V. (2011). Resource Links, 16(3), pgs. 2, 18, 24, 28, 40.

Pennell, V. (2011). Resource Links, 16(4), pgs. 12, 19, 23.